Saved By The Firefighter
Chapter 47

Anders Point of View.

I cannot tear my eyes off Josie, as she flits around being a social butterfly. The easy way she interacts with kids, and how they all take to her, just astounds me. I never thought that I would find a woman who so clearly loved kids attractive, in fact, it would normally be the one thing that would make me run a mile in the opposite direction, quicker than Rodger Banister, but seeing her in that way, had the opposite affect on me. My body reacted, my length hardening, as I realised, my feisty firefighter was clearly a natural with kids and would make a fantastic mother one day.

A pang I haven't felt since I was a small boy, when I realised my own parents didn't want to care for me, resonated in my heart. She would not be like that woman who had birthed me; Josie would play with her kids, correct them when they needed it, and love them with all her heart. That knowledge made me want her even more than I already did. Strangely I was not frightened by the thought of a life that involved Josie, in fact I felt more at ease in myself, knowing there was someone who I could commit to, even though the thought of that, just a month ago, shook me to the very core.

I was serious when I asked her what she was doing to me, because I really want to know the answer, it is like she has cast some sort of infatuation-spell on me, and all that matters is her.

The day of that school fire was the longest day of my life. I paced the floor in my office, bit everyone's head off other than Lucy, who looked just as harrowed as I felt, but had kept herself busy, doing her thing, and making her first day the most successful day the business had up until that point. I had offered for her to go home or join me in my pacing, but she politely refused, saying she was better off working, but if she could have the radio tuned into the news. Of course, I agreed, and kept going out of my office to check on her, seeking my own comfort from a person with a shared heart-stopping fear that those we were connected with, and cared for, were in great danger.

I was in control, well as much as I could be where Josie was concerned up to that point. But knowing the danger she was in sparked something deep within me: a need to protect her. It forced me to realise that I had feelings, I mean I knew I did before that, but they were deeper and stronger than I had realised even after our afternoon in that changing room.

Josie laughs with one of her work mates, the one they call Twinkle, his wife again gives Josie a filthy look, and turns her rude-a's back on my girl. I cannot deny this primal need to protect Josie raises its head once more, and I have to bite my tongue not to give that woman what-for again. But I know my Josie well enough to realise she would rather kill her with kindness than have a scene caused by her overprotective new boyfriend.

f**k me that word feels both alien and great, all at the same time. I am a boyfriend, wow, never thought I would see the day, yet here I am, and damn-well happy about it as well.

I watch on as Josie passes a cup cake she made to Twinkle, then offers one to his wife, her smile wide, the woman is forced to address her and gives her a sarcastic half-smile. That's my girl, she is winding her up like a rock star, killing her with her kindness and friendly attitude, but make no mistake, she is still being my feisty girl.

As I stand and watch, Fireman Sam walks out of the station, grumbling to himself about how it is too hot to wear the suit, and bad for his health, when all the kids run over to him, engulfing him with hugs, and squeals of delight. I let out a low chuckle, as Josie encouraged the kids to give Fireman Sam a big hug.

The smell of meat cooking on the BBQ wafts across the field, making my tummy rumble. I head over to the BBQ as Ben flips over some burgers and sausages.

"That smells amazing," I comment to him.

"Yeah, trust me, if Twinkle or Wayne had done this, the food would not be fit for human consumption." Ben chuckled, as he flipped another burger.

"Do you want cheese on it?" he asks.

"Yeah, please. Is there anything I can do to help?" I offer.

"No, thank you though, you have done enough, donating that money. More than that, Josie seems happy, just make sure she stays that way, because she is well loved here," Ben states.

I nod my head; Josie had warned me her work colleagues would likely have a word. They saw themselves as her brothers, and protectors. I respected the hell out of Ben and Davey, not just because of the job they do, but because of their commitment to watch over Josie. Something I needed to know they would do, especially when she heads into a burning building. Knowing they were protective over her helped settle my nerves some, when it came to her job. "Can I get one for Josie as well please?" I ask Ben.

"Yeah, make sure you put plenty of tomato sauce and mustered on hers," Ben advised, passing me another cheeseburger.

I thank him then head over to where Josie stood entertaining the kids, she looked so beautiful, wearing just a black pair of leggings with a white polo shirt on the side the firehouse crest with Josie Edwards embroidered beneath it. She is effortlessly beautiful, not a scrap of make up on, her hair pulled in a ponytail, strands escaping off, playing around with the kids, the epitome of innocence.

Yet, I know what she is hiding underneath those clothes, her piercings, the confidence to walk into a changing room b**t naked and not give a hoot that someone could see her. She is both innocent, yet a sexy, addictive, confident woman. She is sweetness and friendliness, yet still fiery as hell when her buttons are pushed. The two sides of her are a perfect juxtaposition, and it is that which drives me wild, keeps me interested. She intrigues me, challenges me, she is what she is. Perfect. "Hey, I got you a burger." I smile at her.

"Oh, thank you, and you put lots of sauce on it."

Josie smiles at me, her pleasure at me doing the small thing of getting her a burger, lights up her face as if I had given her expensive jewellery. I know my money means nothing to her, she is not impressed, another thing that makes her perfect. Too many women I know wanted the luxury lifestyle, but this girl right here could not give two shits about how much money I have, which makes me want to spoil her all the more.

Lucy walks over to Ben, he instantly wraps his arm around her shoulders and places a gentle kiss on the side of her head. I smile, happy that my new favourite employee is so happy. f**k, what is happening to me! Seriously, I am turning into a romantic sap! Josie giggles at something one of the kids does, and instantly my length hardens, and I have to turn away from the kids so I can readjust myself, because the bulge is evident in my long cut off shorts, and that whilst being around kids, is not good at all. "We are packing up soon," Josie whispers to me.

"Okay, well do you have your bag with you?" I asked, desperate to get her back to my place, to spend the next four days with her.

"Yes." She giggles at me, rolling her eyes as if I am an inpatient child.

"So... you can do as your told." I wink at her.

"Sometimes, but don't get used to it." Josie smiles at me.

I throw my head back and laugh at her sass, shaking my head.

"You are going to be the death of me Firefighter Edwards." I chuckle at her.

"Now, remember our deal!" Josie smiles raising her eyebrow.

s**t, I was hoping she would forget about that.

"I stay with you for my time off, at your oversized house, and every day we go swimming," she reminded me.

I let out a sigh, and nod. "I know." I shrug. "It is bribery and corruption though." I tell her.

Josie laughs, then nudges me with her elbow. "If it works, I don't care. Just think about getting changed after your lesson." She winks at me. "Why do you think I agreed to this." I laugh in response.

"Okay children, Fireman Sam has to go now, he has lots of work to do at the station. Everybody give him a wave." Josie shouts to the kids.

I watch as the poor fucker in the costume waves at the kids and disappears back into the station.

"He will be cursing me to hell right now." Josie laughs.

I wrap my arm around her waist, when a younger firefighter walks over.

"Hey Y'all, my Mom has put some candy into bags for the kids," he states, I mean what the hell is that? It is the weirdest thing, he has an American accent, but mixed with Mackem.

"Thanks Wayne, I am going to take a break, can you organise the stocks please. Also, after the firefighters have had their turn, please add Anders here to the list." Josie grins at me.

I shake my head at her, as she laughs light-heartedly at me.

"It is all good fun." She winks.

The guy 'Headache' mumbles as he walks out of the station, drenched in sweat.

"Josie, I am in the stocks first," he shouts, clearly wanting the cold water on him.

Josie smiles and nods. "I am going for a break, Wayne is sorting it," Josie informs him then turns to me.

"Let me show you my favourite Engine." She grins.

I nod, not sure why she wants to show me the fire engine, but I follow her regardless. Hell, I get the feeling I will follow her anywhere.

Taking hold of her hand, we don't walk towards the fire engine that is parked for the kids to have a turn in. I wonder what the hell she is up to, as she takes me into the station, then into the back of the garage, through another door, to a small red incident van. Opening the door, she beckons me inside.

I climb in, as Josie follows me in, closing the door behind her. She turns with a smirk on her face, her lips capturing mine, as she kisses me passionately, as our tongues dance, Josie climbs over, straddling me. Instantly my body reacts, my hand travelling up her white polo shirt, under her bra as I free her n****e, playing with her piercing.

"f**k Josie," I groan out.

Josie pants, as she looks deep in my eyes.

"We have to be quick," she tells me breathless.

I nod my head, and instantly unbutton my cut-off shorts, freeing my hard erection, as Josie pulls her leggings down, removing them from one leg, then sinks onto my length.

"Josie. F**k..." I hiss, moving my fingers to play with her c**t piercing.

"Hurry up," she demands, and I grin, that's my girl: demanding and impatient.

I thrust into her warm wet folds a couple of times, and what I am about to do next feels wrong on so many levels, my body screaming for release. However, I pull out of her, then gently move her off me, she is going to get so mad, which means tonight is going to be awesome when I finally get her home.

"What the f**k?" Josie shouts, clearly annoyed and very frustrated.

I let out a low chuckle.

"The sooner we get to mine, the sooner you get yours." I grin at her, pulling up my zipper, and button the top of my shorts.

"s**t, Anders!" Josie cries out.

"Patience." I grin, placing a quick peck on her lips, as she huffs, and pulls on her leggings.

"You know what, I really do hate you at times," She growls.

"That's what makes this even better, now come on, you need to cool off in some stocks." I laugh, as Josie pouts and stomps out of the garage, refusing to let me hold her hand. Yes, tonight is going to be AMAZING!